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A Residence in France During the Years 1792, 1793, 1794 and 1795, Part III., 1794 Described in a Series of Letters from an English Lady: with General and Incidental Remarks on the French Character and Manners

By Charlotte Biggs

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst a nation consumed by revolution, an English observer navigates a landscape of radical change, hypocrisy, and social upheaval, documenting the bizarre and terrifying transformation of French society.

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2004-04-01
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"A Residence in France During the Years 1792, 1793, 1794 and 1795" by an anonymous English lady presents a firsthand narrative of France during its revolutionary years. The letters chronicle the author's observations of the social and political chaos, colored by her reflections on French culture and behavior. The story begins with the narrator struggling to understand of the drastic changes of the Revolution, expressing shock at things like the new calendar and end of religion. Through her letters, she portrays characters such as Dumont, who shows the hypocrisies of revolutionary leaders, living richly while talking about republicanism. The author watches and describes the effects of the revolution on everyday French life, creating a picture of suspicion, oppression, and ridiculousness. She offers a unique view into the radical changes in France through the eyes of an English woman.

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